SIET 2026: Apply by July for PGD IT programs in Tamil Nadu

Prospective students seeking Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) in Information Technology programs in Tamil Nadu for the 2026 academic year can find details regarding courses, fees, and admission requirements at institutions such as Dakshin Institute of Management Sciences and Sri Shakthi Institute of Engineering and Technology (SIET).

These programs cater to graduates looking to specialize in Information Technology, with specific eligibility criteria and application processes outlined by the respective colleges. The academic year 2026 saw application windows close for some institutions, while others continue to provide program details.

Dakshin Institute of Management Sciences PGD It Program

Dakshin Institute of Management Sciences, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, offers a Regular PGD in Information Technology program. This program spans a duration of 2.0 years and has a total fee of INR 4,50,000.

For admission to the PGD Information Technology program at Dakshin Institute of Management Sciences, candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or institution. A minimum aggregate score of 50% in the Bachelor’s degree is required. In addition, applicants need a valid score in any national level entrance exam, such as CAT, MAT, XAT, or CMAT, to be considered for admission.

Sri Shakthi Institute of Engineering and Technology (SIET) Overview and Admissions

Sri Shakthi Institute of Engineering and Technology (SIET), a private engineering college in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, was founded in 2006 by the Sri Shakthi Educational Trust. SIET is affiliated with Anna University, Chennai, and holds approvals from AICTE. The institute is also accredited by NBA and NAAC with an “A” grade. It is situated on L&T Bypass Road, Coimbatore.

For the 2026 academic year, the application start date for SIET was January 2026, with the last date to apply being July 2026. TNEA Counseling for undergraduate programs at SIET was conducted from June to August 2026, and classes commenced in August 2026. Admission to SIET’s undergraduate programs is managed through Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) conducted by Anna University. For postgraduate programs, admission is based on TANCET or GATE scores.

Fee Structure and Placements at SIET

The annual tuition fees for programs at SIET vary by course level. For B.E./B.Tech programs, the annual tuition fee ranges from INR 85,000 to INR 1,20,000, depending on the department or quota. For M.E./MBA programs, the annual tuition fee is between INR 70,000 and INR 1,00,000.

Regarding placements, SIET reports an average salary package ranging from Rs3.5 LPA to Rs6.5 LPA. The highest salary package recorded for placements at SIET reached Rs20 LPA, which included international offers.

Further reading

• P.G.D. IT: Apply by July 2026 for admissions in Tamil Nadu colleges
• NEET MDS 2026 counselling: Tamil Nadu invites applications after cut-off lowered, apply by October 19
• PGD IT 2026: Apply to Dakshin Institute by July
• Pharmacy 2026: Apply for B.Pharm/D.Pharm by July; 10+2 with PCB/PCM, 45% marks
• Apply for Pharmacy Admissions 2026 by May-July

Written by Nishit Kumar

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